Burton vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theodore

Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4
Total SSA Count
12,011
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Theo, Teddy, Ted

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Burton Rank #5,080
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5080 for Burton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Burton ___

  • Burton James
  • Burton Lee
  • Burton Thomas
  • Burton Edward
  • Burton Cole
  • Burton Ray

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Burton

Clark Wallace Audrey Vivian Fletcher

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Burton or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Burton at #5080 in the United States.

What do Burton and Theodore mean?

Burton means "from the borough farm" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Burton and Theodore boy or girl names?

Burton is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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